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Everton u23 are managed by former defender David Unsworth and are in a difficult run of form, having won just one of their last seven fixtures. The match could feature big money signing Oumar Niasse who continues to be exiled from the first team squad.

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Portsmouth's first team is now managed by ex-Southport boss Paul Cook and features former Yellows' favourite Carl Baker.

Everton will be in action at the Merseyrail Community Stadium two more times this month, first in a Premier League 2 match against Leicester City on Monday, December 12. The Blues then play host to the Athletic Bilbao youngsters on December 21. Both matches are 7pm kick offs.